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Cocktails With - Sashae Leon

She's easy on the eyes, and her knowledge of the wines she represents at J Wray & Nephew Limited makes for interesting conversation. No wonder, then, that when we met Sashae Leon — brand associate for International Wines and Brown Forman Spirits — at the company's Salut! celebration of wines and champagnes last Tuesday at Bin 26 Wine Bar, we were eager to learn more about her new professional title, what wines were being poured for Salut!, and her future plans.

What are you sipping?

Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay.

What kind of day are you having?

It has been a great day. J Wray & Nephew is celebrating Salut! with a well-rounded selection of wines and champagne.

Which wines are being poured this evening?

This evening we're celebrating Salut! with the Cathedral Cellar, from South Africa; Jacob's Creek, Australia's top drop; Afincado, from Argentina; Golden Kaan Chenin Blanc, from South Africa; Delicato, from California — all poured alongside French champagne Moët & Chandon.

What are your responsibilities as a brand officer?

I have oversight responsibility for the brand management and marketing of our international wine portfolio as well as Brown Forman Spirits, which include Jack Daniel's Whiskey and Southern Comfort.

Socialite or homebody?

Both. I love to hang with my friends but need to have my downtime at home alone to rejuvenate.